Outline

Background: Integrating the installation of proton therapy equipment into the building construction process presents extraordinary challenges to owners, architects, and contractors. Schedules, costs, labor issues, and indirect contractual relationships differ from conventional building projects, and require a careful approach.

Tsoi/Kobus & Associates leads in the design of Proton Therapy Centers in the United States and abroad. Erik Mollo-Christensen (Principal) and Jonathan Cohen (Associate Principal) will share their firm's extensive experience with the design and construction of these unique facilities.

Materials and methods: Case studies and data drawn directly from these projects will provide timely and relevant information for institutions that are evaluating the feasibility of developing a Proton Therapy Center. In the early planning stages, decision-makers need to consider:

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Project Team OrganizationWhen should the proton therapy equipment vendor (PTEV) be selected?When should the contractor be selected?What delivery method is most appropriate (construction management, bid) relationships?How can responsibilities be interconnected among the separate contractual owner?

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Construction PlanningHow can the building contractor coordinate with the PTEV engaged separately by the Schedule of construction to proton-ready completionReview of interface requirements with contractor and subcontractorsRigging and installation: coordination of separate subcontractors